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Diabetic neuropathy is a type of nerve damage that can occur in people with diabetes. High blood sugar levels, which are characteristic of diabetes, can damage the nerves throughout the body, particularly in the legs and feet. There are several types of diabetic neuropathy, including peripheral neuropathy, autonomic neuropathy, proximal neuropathy, and focal neuropathy. Peripheral neuropathy is the most common type of diabetic neuropathy and affects the feet and legs. Symptoms of peripheral neuropathy can include tingling, numbness, burning, and pain. Autonomic neuropathy affects the nerves that control the involuntary functions of the body, such as digestion, heart rate, and blood pressure. Symptoms can include gastrointestinal problems, such as nausea, vomiting, and diarrhea, as well as sexual dysfunction, and difficulty regulating body temperature. Proximal neuropathy affects the nerves in the thighs, hips, or buttocks, causing pain and weakness in those areas. Focal neuropathy affects a single nerve, typically in the face, torso, or leg, causing sudden weakness or pain.

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